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| Breed: Black Russian Terrier |
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| Height: The Black Russian Terrier is about 26-30 inches tall. |
| Weight: The Black Russian Terrier weighs between 85-140 lbs. |
| Colors: The Black Russian Terrier can be black and can have a few gray hairs. |
| General Appearance: The Black Russian Terrier is a robust, large and powerful dog. The dog has large bone and well developed muscles. The breed was developed in Russia and used as guard dogs for protection. They must be balanced, have a good temperament and be reliable. The dogs have great courage and strength. They are capable of endurance. Dogs must have a large frame and heavy bone. Bitches are definitely to appear feminine but never lacking in substance. |
| Temperment: The Black Russian Terrier is a calm, confident, and courageous dog with a self-assurance which sometimes is rather aloof toward strangers. They are highly intelligent, extremely reliable. They were bred to guard and protect. The behavior in the show ring should be controlled, willing, adaptable, and trained to submit to examination. |
| Care: The Black Russian Terrier's coat care should consist of brushing a minimum of 30 minutes/week. Black Russian Terriers are a low shedding breed. Recommended to see a groomer every 6 weeks. |
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| Training: The Black Russian Terrier's training and socialization are very important. Easy to housebreak, they do need to be trained for the leash. They enjoy training and have a desire to please their master. |
| Activity: Exercise is important to the Black Russian Terrier and should consist of long walks, room to romp and play. Enjoys water and snow. |
| Life Span: The Black Russian Terrier lives an average life of 10-14 years. |
| Litter Size: The Black Russian Terrier has an average litter of 6-10 puppies. |
| Country of Origin: The Black Russian Terrier originated in Russia. |
| Brief History: During the 1930's a military kennel named the Red Star started work on a native breed that would be part of the national security force. The Red Star Kennel worked on selective interbreeding using Rottweiler, Giant Schnauzer, Airedale and Newfoundland mixes. It was important to have a large breed not only reliable but trainable in many different situations. The dog would also have to be able to endure the harsh Russian winters. By 1956 it finally reached the point where the Black Russian Terrier bred true. In 1981 The Russian Ministry of Agriculture recognized the breed and it was internationally accepted by the FCI in 1984. |
| Registries: FCI (Group 2), AKC |
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